Sverre Fehn: Nordic Pavilion, Venice

The Nordic Pavilion in Venice, designed by Sverre Fehn, is widely regarded as a postwar architectural masterpiece. However, this book challenges the prevailing romanticized view of the building and reveals the true history of its making. Drawing on extensive archives, it provides a detailed account of the geopolitical context of the time, the technical challenges of constructing the audacious roof, and the fate of the iconic trees that surrounded the building. Through previously unpublished photographs, including those taken by Fehn himself, the book offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of this celebrated Nordic architect.